Quality Engineer, Quality Management Systems

harbingermotors; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early-stage Stock Options

401k

Paid Time Off & Parental Leave

Annual Vacation Bonus

Wellness Benefits

Cell Phone Stipend

Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

Job summary

Harbinger is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive its Quality Management System and ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2026, IATF 16949, and customer requirements. You will lead audits, apply root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

You will develop data-driven quality metrics, mentor internal auditors, and partner with cross-functional teams to sustain process compliance across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 3–5 years quality-focused experience.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
• Experience leading internal audits and applying root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead QMS processes to meet ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Manage document control and QM systems for data integrity.
• Plan and perform internal audits and identify improvements.
• Drive root cause analysis and timely corrective actions.
• Develop and mentor internal auditors for cross-functional audits.
• Track quality metrics and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality systems

Root cause analysis

Auditing

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing)

ASQ CQE/CQA/CMQ/OE or Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

MSA/Gage R&R

Control Plans

Internal Auditing

Supplier Auditing

Job description

About Harbinger

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger's best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Quality Engineer for Harbinger's Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure our processes comply with ISO9001:2026, IATF 16949, and customer requirements. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish, document, maintain, and continuously improve organizational processes. You will lead cross-functional initiatives to execute quality standards, conduct internal audits, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions that enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and auditing skills to uphold quality compliance across all Harbinger systems.

What You’ll Do

• Lead cross-functional alignment initiatives to ensure Quality Management System processes comply with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and project-specific customer requirements.
• Manage and optimize document control software and QM systems for enhanced data integrity and scalability.
• Schedule, prepare, and execute internal QMS audits to evaluate operational compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive thorough root cause analysis and timely closure of corrective actions arising from audit findings.
• Develop, train, and mentor an internal team of certified auditors to perform cross-functional system audits.
• Implement Layered Process Audits (LPA) across manufacturing operational areas to sustain process compliance and drive continuous improvement.
• Integrate lessons learned from internal and external quality audits into standard operating procedures and core processes.
• Establish and track data-driven quality metrics to monitor system health and validate the effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Promote a culture of quality by continually evaluating organizational systems for continuous improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate cross-functional reviews and process audits to guarantee continuous adherence to established company standards.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams in root cause analysis for internal and external non-conformances, ensuring prompt validation and resolution.

Who You Are

• Hands-on, results-oriented engineer dedicated to driving continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.
• Proactive problem solver with a strong bias for action and root-cause resolution.
• Energetic and passionate quality advocate committed to maintaining compliance with internal standards and industry certifications.
• Detail-oriented professional skilled at translating complex customer requirements into scalable Harbinger quality systems to deliver best-in-class products.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing) or a related technical discipline.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in quality systems and manufacturing quality focused on continuous improvement.
• ASQ Certifications (e.g., CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE) or Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred.
• Strong proficiency with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
• In-depth expertise in core quality tools, including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA/Gage R&R, Control Plans, and internal/supplier auditing.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Proven project management capabilities with the ability to lead multiple cross-functional initiatives concurrently.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% as needed.

Key Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) - 100% employee covered
• Early-stage Stock Options
• Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
• Annual Vacation Bonus
• Wellness & Fertility Benefits
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
• California Pay Range $120,000 - $170,000 USD

Equal Opportunity

Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

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